Product Care
Easy method for cleaning jewellery
- Pour mild dishwashing liquid into the bowl of lukewarm water – the right amount will depend on how many jewellery items you’re cleaning, but generally mix one quarter of lukewarm water with 2 tablespoons of dishwashing liquid.
- Place your jewellery into the bowl and let it soak for 10 -20 minutes to loosen any dirt.
- Very gently (so as not to scratch the metal or gems), rub each jewellery item with the soft toothbrush.
- Use the toothpick to tackle any difficult nooks and crannies.
- Once cleaned, place your jewellery into the strainer and rinse it thoroughly under the tap.
- Double-check that your jewellery has been washed clean of all dirt.
- Dry it gently with a soft towel. To be sure your items are completely dry before storage, it’s a good idea to leave them lying on the towel for about half an hour.
- When it comes to silver, polishing is crucial as this metal is prone to tarnishing. It’s advisable to use a specialised paste, liquid polish or a treated polishing cloth that is specifically intended for silver.
Jewellery Care Tips
Storage
Ideally, all your jewellery items should be stored individually, either in a soft pouch or plastic bag – this prevents chips or scratches caused by items rubbing against each other. If there are certain bracelets and necklaces you choose to keep together, do fasten their clasps to avoid tangling. It’s also best to keep your jewellery in a cool, dry container that is not exposed to direct sunlight, since this can discolour certain gems. For silver, you can buy special tarnish-proof cloths to wrap it in.
Handling
While Some Metals And Gems Are More Durable Than Others, All Jewellery Can Be Chipped Or Scratched Accidentally, So It’s Always Best To Remove It When Doing Sports And Household Chores.
Water Is Also Damaging To Jewellery As It Tarnishes Silver And Can Weaken Clasps, So Be Careful To Remove Any Items When Bathing And Doing The Dishes. If You Do Get Your Jewellery Wet, Always Dry It Thoroughly Afterwards.
Chemicals, Lotions etc.
As a rule, never let your jewellery come into contact with chlorine, bleach and other chemicals, since these can cause serious damage to gems and metals. In addition, oil based lotions and certain liquids that we use daily such as hairspray, mousse and perfumes will build up a dull residue which causes jewellery to lose its brilliance, and this can then be difficult to remove. For this reason, it’s always best to remove your jewellery when grooming.
